Amy Poliakoff Long Wavy Hairstyle - Light Blonde

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Description

(Added:
20th September 2012
)

Full and fancy is the main idea for this hairdo with the length and layers blow-waved to add movement and shape perfect enough to compliment a long face. This formal 'do is great for any special occasion and needs product for hold and shine.

Type

Hair Category:
Formal

Hair Length:
Long

Hair Elasticity:
Wavy

Suitability

Gender:
Women

Face Shape:
Oval, Oblong, Square, and Diamond

Hair Density:
Medium/Thick

Hair Texture:
Fine/Medium

Age:
Under 21, 21 - 30, 31 - 40, and 41 - 50

Height:
Any

Weight:
Thin/Average/Large

Glasses:
Without glasses suits best

Styling

Styling Time:
30+ minutes

Products:
Mousse, Wax, and Hair Spray

Styling Tip:
Spray a small amount of hairspray at the roots and ends to keep this style full and shaped for longer.

Styling Steps

1
. Apply Mousse

Apply styling mousse to damp hair, using your palm as a measuring guide, and evenly distribute it along the hair shaft. Styling mousse will add hold and can help achieve better results.

2
. Use a Medium Radial Brush

A medium radial brush is used on medium to long hair types to smooth out wavy or curly hair textures or to add body to straight hair. When selecting a radial brush, always use one with a pure bristle as this will not tear or damage the hair.

3
. Use a Blow-dryer to Kick Out the Back

Starting at the nape/back of the hair, place your brush on top of the section and blow-dryer down starting from the roots and using tension as you go. Next, place the blow-dryer underneath the hair and continue to blow-dry the ends out. Make sure to follow the brush with the blow-dryer in an outwards direction. If you like fuller flicks, hold the ends out and roll them up into the brush and apply the heat for longer.

4
. Blow-dry and Flick Right Side

Take a section of your hair from your ear to your temple that is the same diameter as the brush. Place your brush on top of the hair starting at the roots and pull the hair slowly in an outwards direction with your blow-dryer following in front. Repeat this step and then once the roots are dry, drag the brush to the mid-lengths and then slowly turn the brush in an inwards direction, flicking it through the ends.

5
. Blow-dry and Flick Left Side

Take a section of your hair from your ear to your temple that is the same diameter as the brush. Place your brush on top of the hair starting at the roots and pull the hair slowly in an outwards direction with your blow-dryer following in front. Repeat this step and then once the roots are dry, drag the brush to the mid-lengths and then slowly turn the brush in an inwards direction, flicking it through the ends.

6
. Blow-dry Bangs to the Left

To blow-dry your bangs you will need to take your brush and firstly make sure the section is no wider than the diameter of the brush. Next, place your brush on top of your head and under your section. Using your blow-dryer on a medium setting, blow-dry your hair from the roots, slowly working your way to the ends. Make sure to keep the blow-dryer in front of the brush at all times. Continue this step until the bangs are completely dry.

7
. Piece the Ends Using Wax

Apply a small amount of wax to your fingertips and then lightly piece and pinch the ends of your hair.

8
. Apply Hairspray

To finish, apply a minimal amount of hairspray from an arms length distance to the top, sides and back. Take care not to use too much or you will end up with a white, flaky residue which looks like dandruff.